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JOHN R. "JACK" CRAMER

JOHN R. "JACK" CRAMER obituary

JOHN CRAMER Obituary

CRAMER, JOHN R. "JACK" John "Jack" Cramer, 88, of La Mesa passed away peacefully on July 14, 2011 and went to be with his Lord. A native of Columbus, Ohio, Jack achieved the level of Eagle Scout. He attended Ohio State before the Cramers moved to San Diego. Jack enlisted in the Navy in 1942 as an officer, becoming a naval aviator and flight instructor during WWII. After the war, Jack earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from SDSU in 1949. During his 35-year career with Caltrans, Jack was a Senior Resident Engineer, responsible for the construction of highways and freeways, including overseeing the expansion of the border crossing at Tijuana. Jack served in the Navy Reserves as a Lieutenant for over 20 years, flying fighter planes. Jack's 58-year marriage to Peggy (deceased 2005) included travel, golf and two daughters. Jack is survived by a brother, a sister, two daughters (and their husbands) and two grandchildren. A celebration of life service will be held July 24 at 1:30 p.m. at Trinity Presbyterian Church, 3902 Kenwood Dr., Spring Valley.

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Published by San Diego Union-Tribune on Jul. 20, 2011.

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Brian Boone

July 24, 2011

I have fond memories of Jack and the Cramers coming to visit us at the ranch. He was a great person who did many great things in his life. He will be missed, take comfort in the fact that he has rejoined Peggy in heaven.

July 23, 2011

Uncle Jack, you were always special to us. Gary admired you when he was growing up. We both had great respect for you. We will miss you! Love, Gary & Mary

Roy Riesgo

July 22, 2011

My condolences to Jack's extended family.

I had the privilege to know Jack both socially when we both played golf in the San Diego CalTrans District 11 tournaments and also as his subordinate on two major CalTrans freeway project. You couldn't ask for a more respected "boss" to work for.

I will miss his pleasant demeanor and smiling eyes.

Rest in peace.

July 22, 2011

Jack and Peggy, along with others in the Cramer family, welcomed me when I married into the family. Jack was a someone I respected and loved.

Janet Williams

July 22, 2011

Dad, Iwill always remember your loving, sweet spirit and your sense of humor. I miss you, especially in the mornings and afternoons when I used to call you. You are now at rest as you wanted to be. i love you,

July 21, 2011

We will really miss you. Our prayers are with all the family. Love Jim and Karin

Happy times

July 20, 2011

Navy Reserves - 1960

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Jack & Peggy married in 1947

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Aircraft carrier he landed on and plane he flew

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July 20, 2011

We miss you already, Dad! Love from your family...

Jack Cramer Celebration of Life

Linda Richards

July 20, 2011

Cindy Barnes

July 20, 2011

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Grossmont Gardens Staff & Residents

July 20, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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